WELD 221: Welding II

General Information

Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.

II: Course Objectives

To develop the manual skills to set up and operate an oxy-acetylene semi automatic cutting torch and perform cuts using this type of equipment.

To develop the manual skills required to set up and operate an arc welding machine.

To properly select the correct welding rods, amperage, and manipulation to complete various welds in the horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.

To understand welding codes and code requirements for the certification welders.

To use this knowledge to perform a welder certification test.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This is a required course for the Welding Technology Associate of Applied Science degree and fulfills a course requirement in the Welding Technology Certificate of Achievement.

The mission of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Welding Technology is to provide employment-related knowledge and the skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of study.

This course addresses the following AAS degree Student Learning Objectives in which the successful student will be able to demonstrate that they:

Have knowledge of the subject matter to a level appropriate for the welding industry.

Possess the essential skill necessary for performing tasks within the welding industry.

Can effectively present themselves to a potential employer.

Make proficient use of communications and computational skills to a level appropriate to the welding industry.

Effectively utilize available resources in order to remain current with the evolving standards of the welding industry.

Are able to maintain an appropriate work attitude, a willingness to learn, a desire to accept and benefit from evaluations, and strive for a high level of enthusiasm, commitment, and pride in their work.